Rasamanickam raises concern over Mylathamadu Farmers’ protest

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Colombo, Sep 15 (Daily Mirror) - Illankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has expressed concern over the continuing farmers’ protest in Mylathamadu, Batticaloa, which entered its second year today.

In a post on X, Rasamanickam highlighted that Tamil farmers in the area have traditionally grazed their cattle on these lands for generations.

He noted that in 2022, state authorities, including the Mahaweli and Forest Departments, attempted to seize the land under the guise of “development,” sparking the ongoing protest.

“For two years, farmers have stood firm. Their fight is not only for land and livelihood, but against systematic displacement and colonisation,” the MP wrote.

Rasamanickam further charged that successive governments have failed to take meaningful action to resolve the matter, leaving farmers vulnerable to continued uncertainty and marginalisation.

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Ravana Monday, 15 September 2025 08:51 PM

These are farmers. We need them more than they need us. Give them back their own generational lands, they are not asking anything in excess. When we take care of them, their products will bring down our import expenses. It's like we are practically watering our own plants of de-inflation.

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ANVR Monday, 15 September 2025 10:12 PM

THE SOLUTION IS TWO STATE OR THREE STATE ONE ONE COUNTRY.

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Man Tuesday, 16 September 2025 07:37 AM

Inside sanctuaries? Ridiculous!

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TRAD WAR Monday, 15 September 2025 10:06 PM

THE DAIRY PRODUCTS WILL HAVE TO BE IMPORTED , THE NEED FOR A COLOMBO TRADING COMMUNITY .

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R Navaratnam Wednesday, 17 September 2025 07:08 AM

Do not give up Rasamanickam. Keep this issue on focus and bring a just solution. I am sure the current administration will support you. Consider taking this issue to the courts please

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